Does Charlotte's airport have a lounge?

Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 8 airport lounges: 2 x Admirals Club Centurion Lounge The Club CLT Gameway 2 x Minute Suites USO Lounge

Is there a Priority Pass lounge in Charlotte?

Priority Pass members can access The Club CLT, Gameway, and Minute Suites.

Is the Admirals Club open in Charlotte?

Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 2 Admiral Clubs open: Concourse B, near gate B3: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Concourse C/D connector: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Is there an American Express lounge at Charlotte's airport?

Charlotte Douglas International Airport has a Centurion Lounge located in Concourse D/E connector on the mezzanine level. The lounge is open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

List of Lounges at Charlotte Douglas International Airport [CLT]

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) serves over 46 million passengers annually, making it the eleventh-busiest airport in the U.S. CLT is American Airlines’ second-largest hub, dominating operations from Concourses B, C, and D.

As well as 2 Admirals Clubs, eligible passengers have access to the Centurion Lounge, The Club CLT, Gameway, and the USO Lounge, or passengers traveling on any airline can pay for a private room to relax in at Minute Suites.

Note: If lounge access is important to you in general, see our post on the best credit cards for lounge access.

CLT Terminal Map

Charlotte Douglas International Airport Map — Charlotte Douglas International Airport map. Image Credit: Charlotte Douglas International Airport

CLT Airport Lounges by Terminal

Terminal	Lounges
Main Terminal	Minute Suites USO Lounge
Concourse A	The Club CLT
Concourse B	Admirals Club
Concourse C	Admirals Club
Concourse D/E	Centurion Lounge Gameway Minute Suites

Hot Tip: Check out our terminal guide to Charlotte Douglas International Airport to learn about the airport’s facilities, ground transportation, airlines, and more.

Admirals Club

Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 2 Admiral Clubs:

Concourse B, near gate B3: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Concourse C/D connector: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Admirals Club Facilities

Snacks
Soft and alcoholic drinks
Premium food and beverages for purchase
TVs
Business services
Wi-Fi
Conference rooms (Concourse C/D connector lounge)

Admirals Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18)	$59 Passengers must be flying with American Airlines or a partner airline
Admirals Club members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Members can bring their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	AAdvantage Status	Fee
		AAdvantage member	$650 (65,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Gold	$625 (62,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum	$600 (60,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum Pro	$575 (57,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Executive Platinum	$550 (55,000 miles)
		Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
First and business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin Members are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline Passengers may not access the lounge if traveling solely on North American routes
Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® cardmembers and authorized users	Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card (see Admirals Club members details above) Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers are permitted to bring their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	$450 (annually) Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines or any Oneworld partner airline
Military	Uniformed military personnel with a same-day boarding card can access the lounge Passengers are permitted to bring their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	Valid on an American Airlines-operated flight

American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

Passengers must have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
Existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members may access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
A government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant access card (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number) and a same-day boarding card.

Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.

Hot Tip: Check out our full list of U.S. American Airlines Admirals Club locations when planning your future trips.

Centurion Lounge

CLTCenturionEntrySeating — Image Credit: Jarrod West

Location: Concourse D/E connector on the mezzanine level
Opening Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Centurion Lounge Facilities

Self-serve buffet with hot and cold dishes
Full-service bar
Coffee stations
Family room
Phone rooms
Showers with toiletries

Centurion Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Guest access is unlocked after spending $75,000 in a calendar year.	Annual fee: $695 (see rates and fees) Valid flying with any airline Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual fee: $695 (see rates and fees) Valid flying with any airline Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express		Annual fee: $550 (see rates and fees) Valid flying with any airline Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person	Annual fee: $550 (see rates and fees) Valid flying with any airline
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual fee: $550 (see rates and fees) Valid flying with any airline
Centurion® Card from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests or immediate family (partner and children under 18) free of charge	Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Valid flying with any airline Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Guests and family members are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the relevant cardholder.
Complimentary guest access quota is per day.
Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge.

Bottom Line: Centurion Lounges are popular amongst travel enthusiasts and can be found in many airports across the U.S.

The Club CLT

Location: Concourse A just before gates A21 and A22
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Club CLT Facilities

Complimentary snacks and beverages
Digital food and beverage ordering
Workstation with PC and printer
TV channels and flight info
Complimentary shower facility
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi

The Club CLT Access

Access	Details	Fees and Policy
Day pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	You can access the lounge 3 hours before your flight departure Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance of your flight time Children under 2 can enter the lounge for free Day pass: $45, subject to availability
Priority Pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	The lounge may exceed its seating limit between the hours of 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; access is at the lounge’s sole discretion Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

The Club CLT House Rules

Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure.
Infants under 2 years are admitted free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Gameway

Location: Terminal E opposite gate 36
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Gameway Facilities

Equipped with a PlayStation 4, Xbox S, and Razer Tomahawk Gaming PC
Lounge chair
43-inch 4K TV
Gaming headphones, charging ports for electronic devices
Luggage storage

Gameway Access

Access	Details	Fees and Policy
Day pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	Up to 30 minutes: $15.99 Up to 1 hour: $25.99 Unlimited: $39.99 10% military discount 10% off when you follow Gameway on social media
Priority Pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	Cardholders can use a game station for a 1-hour stay; each subsequent hour of game station usage will be charged at a 10% discounted rate Cardholders should confirm the availability of access with their issuer before visiting; access by some American Express cards may not be available at this Gameway location Entrance includes 1 snack item and 1 bottle of water or soft drink (excluding Monster Energy) Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Gameway House Rules

Payment is due upon arrival.
Be ready to be seated at the time of your reservation.

Minute Suites

Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 2 Minute Suites:

Main Terminal, atrium: 24/7
Concourse D/E connector: Opening soon

Minute Suites Facilities

Private room with daybed and pull-out trundle (accommodates up to 4 people)
DirecTV and Netflix
Wi-Fi
Minibar with drinks and snacks available to purchase
Showers

Minute Suites Access

Access	Details	Fees and Policy
Day pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	1 hour: $45 Additional 15-minute increments: $11.25 ($8.75 per 15-minutes after 2 hours) Extended 8-hour stay (after 9 p.m.): $165 30-minute shower: $30 Shower with suite rental: $20
Priority Pass	Valid for passengers traveling on any airline	Passengers may access a suite for a 1-hour stay Additional hours may be purchased for a discounted rate of $28 Up to 3 guests may accompany the member in the same suite Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Minute Suites House Rules

Up to 4 guests are permitted in specific suites.
Members may be asked to present a credit card to cover any incidentals.
Discounted rates are offered to pilots, airline employees, and the military.
Nursing and pumping mothers may stay free of charge for 30 minutes.

USO Lounge

Location: Main Terminal, atrium
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Coffee, tea, snacks, and light meals
Wi-FI
Charging stations
TVs
Gaming
Library
USO staff and volunteers for information services

USO Lounge Access

Active duty, reserve, and guard service members and their families are permitted in the lounge. Veterans are also welcomed into the lounge.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

Passengers have access to all concourses once they have cleared security. There are no trains or buses required to move around, so it’s possible to walk between connections or when accessing a lounge in another concourse.

Without the need to re-clear security, passengers can spend more time relaxing in the lounge before their flight. The 2 furthest gates are just a 15-minute walk from each other, but it’s still advisable to leave plenty of time to walk from a lounge to your departure gate.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

There are several great credit card options that give cardholders access to the Priority Pass lounge network that includes The Club CLT, Gameway, and Minute Suite locations at CLT, plus access to over 1,300 other airport lounges worldwide. Since Priority Pass is the largest airport lounge network worldwide, you’ll almost find one available to you — no matter where you’re traveling.

A top credit card option that offers best-in-class lounge access is the Amex Platinum card. In addition to access to Priority Pass lounges, Amex Platinum cardholders also get access to top-notch Amex Centurion lounges, Plaza Premium Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), Escape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner — 8 airport lounge networks for the price of 1!

Another excellent option is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® that takes your Priority Pass access a step forward by including access to Priority Pass restaurants in the U.S. How do these differ from lounges? At Priority Pass restaurants, you’ll receive $28 food and beverage credit towards your bill, and when you dine with a guest, that number doubles to $56.

Here are some other excellent credit cards with Priority Pass access:

Amex Business Platinum card
Citi Prestige® Card
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card (10 visits per year)
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card

Final Thoughts

With American Airlines operating 90% of flights from CLT, it’s not surprising that it’s the only airline lounge at the airport. The 2 Admirals Clubs welcome premium passengers, Admirals Club members, and elite AAdvantage and OneWorld members while also enabling any passenger flying with American Airlines to purchase a day pass for $59.

In early 2020, American Express opened one of its largest Centurion Lounges at CLT, much to the delight of those with Amex credit cards. The airport’s compact and convenient layout means that passengers inside the secure area can move between concourses for lounge access without needing to clear security twice.

The information regarding the Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express, Centurion® Card from American Express, Citi Prestige® Card, Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card, and U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

For rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card, click here.

3 comments

brandoninboston July 17, 2021

There’s an exciting upcoming Collinson “The Club” location under construction in the A connector (within the little bump out you can see on the A connector in the map above, on the path to the JetBlue, Southwest, Frontier, and Spirit gates). No ETA for opening, the vinyl wrap just went up on it in the past two or three weeks.

Kay Boone January 30, 2023

So if you just have a first class or business class ticket can you go to a lounge? Or do you need a Citi advantage card too?

- Jarrod West January 31, 2023
  
  Hi Kay,
  
  If you are traveling first or business class internationally, then you will have Admirals Club access. Or, if you hold the Citi Executive card, then you always have lounge access no matter what route or cabin you are flying in.